Adjunct Instructor- Foundations of Education

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 1,633,179 - 2,326,043; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide array of benefits

Job summary

A Virginia educational institution is seeking Adjunct Faculty Instructors to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in educational psychology, social foundations of education, and research design/statistics. Candidates must have a Master's degree or equivalent experience, while a Doctoral degree and teaching experience are preferred. Responsibilities include grading assignments, responding to student inquiries, and adhering to course guidelines. The position offers a salary of $1,437 per credit with varying hours and a flexible work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or professional experience required in educational psychology, social foundations of education, or related field.
• Preferred: Doctoral degree in educational psychology or related field.

Responsibilities

• Meet all designated course instruction guidelines.
• Grade all assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours.
• Submit final grades according to school policy.

Skills

Educational psychology

Social foundations of education

Research design and statistics

Higher education teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree or professional experience in relevant field

Doctoral degree in relevant field (preferred)

Job description

The Department of Foundations of Education in the School of Education is seeking to hire a pool of Adjunct Faculty Instructors for the 2025-2026 academic year. The department offers undergraduate and graduate courses in three main areas: educational psychology; social foundations of education; and research design and statistics. Individuals with expertise in at least one of these areas are encouraged to apply. This posting will remain open

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

Unit: School Of Education MBU

Department: SOE Foundations Dept

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Meet all designated course instruction guidelines
2. Grade all assignments and exams in a timely manner based on instructions/rubrics provided
3. Respond to student inquiries within 24 hours
4. Submit final grades according to school policy
5. Maintain and use course learning management system to support instructional delivery and course activities as appropriate

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree or professional experience required in educational psychology; social foundations of education; educational research, assessment, statistics or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in educational psychology; social foundations of education; educational research, assessment, or statistics; or a related field. Higher education teaching experience.

Salary Range: $1,437 per 1 credit

FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt

Hours per Week: Varies

Flexible Work Arrangement: Other

Rank: Instructor